College Survival

A completely revised and updated values-based guide to navigating the first year of college that speaks to college students in their own language and offers practical tools that listeners need to keep from drinking, sleeping, or skipping their way out of college. In the four years since its initial publication, The Freshman Survival Guide has helped thousands of first year students make a successful transition to college life. However, much has changed on campuses.

How can you graduate with honors, choose exciting activities, build a head-turning resume, gain access to the best post-college opportunities, and still have a life? Based on interviews with star students at universities nationwide, from Harvard to the University of Arizona, How to Win at College presents 75 simple rules that will rocket you to the top of your class.

Each year millions of young women enter the college scene and are surprised to find their glittering preconceptions shattered. College isn't exactly what they had imagined - it's a lot tougher. Social challenges, a demanding schedule, pressure to succeed, shifting family dynamics: How do girls tackle these issues, learn to thrive, and really enjoy this new phase of life? The College Girl's Survival Guide is packed with experienced-based advice that can help.

Power is a game, and this one is rigged. Some people would be excited about the first magical tournament in thirty years; the first in my lifetime. It's basically the supernatural Olympics, a chance for all five magical races – Wolves, Witches, Trolls, Fae and Vampires – to get their shot at real power. Or at least that's how it's supposed to work. Too bad the vampires have fixed every tournament for the past three centuries, keeping an iron grip on the rest of us through dark dealings, subterfuge and political betrayal. The mundane human world doesn’t even know we exist, and ...

Queen Elizabeth II’s death ruptured the already-fractured foundations of the House of Windsor—and dismantled the protective shield around it. With an institution long plagued by antiquated ideas around race, class and money, the monarchy and those who prop it up are now exposed and at odds with a rapidly modernizing world.

One unexpected reunion with the feisty girl next door, and now I'm playing fiancé. I never expected to see this blast from the past wander into one of my bakery chains wreaking havoc with my staff. She used to be the girl I argued with over backyard fences, but now, Wanda is a breathtaking woman with a past that haunts her. Fascinated by the woman she’s become, I can't resist inviting her to an upcoming business gala. But when her abusive ex resurfaces, I propose a fake engagement to keep her safe—forcing us into close quarters. As past enemies turn into lovers, I’m captivated by ...

Feel Overwhelmed By College Costs and Confused By Admissions? Your Lifeline Has Arrived! Did you know the average student graduates with $37,000 in debt? Confused about Early Decision vs Early Action? Uncover how the rich play the college admissions game—and how you can level the field! Why Should You Listen to Me? From immigrating to the U.S. at age seven from Jamaica to obtaining an MBA and raising high-achievers who graduated from prestigious universities—I’ve seen it all, cracked the code, and I'm here to spill the secrets. What Will You Gain? Debunk 25 College Myths that most ...

The Survival Guide for College Students: Your Subconscious Programming Is in the Driver's Seat is the book you've been waiting for. It doesn't just help you manage your study materials and test-taking strategies - you'll also learn how to develop the emotional and personal skills you need to succeed. This insightful book helps you develop your self-esteem, get the right study mindset, and face your fears of failure.

Four women. Four decades of friendship. Four twisted relationships. Roxanne – the popular beauty whose encounter with Ted Bundy seals her fate when he murders the young women who are her sorority sisters. Her guilt turns her into a bully with dark and mysterious motives as she seeks revenge. Jackie – the peacemaker who settles for a revenge marriage instead of sweet love when she marries the bully from college surprising everyone when her dark enemy turns into her lover. It takes her decades to realize the truth about her marriage and complicated friendship with Roxanne. Charlene – ...

If you are starting college or know someone who is, this concise and powerful book will provide the tools every freshman needs. Success in the first year of college means more than a high GPA. To be truly successful in college and beyond requires emotional intelligence. Average 2 Awesome will guide readers through the four components of emotional intelligence. Learn how to become more self-aware and how to control your emotions. Then discover the importance of empathy and how to increase that valuable "soft skill." Finally, find out what it takes to become a leader.

Whether it's discussing household responsibilities, setting boundaries, or resolving disagreements, College Roommate Essentials on How to Talk to Anyone will equip you with the tools to foster peaceful conflict resolution. You will learn how to communicate with 16 personalities, embrace cultural differences, and master the art of adult conversations.

Jack Edwards has spent the last three years figuring it all out and is here to impart his wisdom to other potential freshers. From university applications to socials, this book is filled with helpful tips and tricks, real advice and fun anecdotes and is perfect to turn to for any questions you have about university!

Darren was just getting settled into life at college when his world was turned upside down. After he and his research partner stumble upon a network of tunnels beneath the campus, his research partner goes missing. Now the faculty are covering it up. After Audrey steps into his life and into the tunnel with him, the pair try to uncover what they soon realize is bigger than anything they ever expected. Something lies in the darkness of the tunnels. Something that is growing. Something that they must stop at all costs.

I don’t know who I am. I don’t know how I got here. All I do know is if I stop running, I will never be free. When I burst from the woods into a rush of headlights and asphalt and open night sky, I think I’ve made it. I’m free. I’m safe. Then blinding energy explodes in front of me and the last thing I see before it all goes dark is a handsome face hovering over mine. Yay me, right? I awake to find myself magicked to a hospital bed with some non-handsome guy telling me my magic is uncontrolled and dangerous. The way they see it, the choice is simple: enroll in their magic academy ...

I’ve found allies in the unlikeliest of places… I didn’t choose the Protectors Academy, it chose me. And that’s despite who and what I am. My magic has bonded with two of the most beautiful men I’ve ever seen and I’ve found friends through a secret underground group helping my kind. Yet, I’m hunted. Keeping ahead of my pursuers is taking a toll on me and my men, who risk losing their place among the ruling families. As our magic-bonded group expands, unseen forces attempt to rip us apart. The preparations for the first years’ battle trial have begun and while training has ...

Having a roommate is one of life’s inevitabilities. With so many different variables to navigate, coexisting with other people can be a real struggle or a complete party. But it all depends on how you choose to approach and handle it. This book navigates the ins and outs of living with others using a fun and realistic approach. This survival guide for living with roommates is designed to take you from your first roommate experiences in college to the years beyond.

This is a collection of 50 simple tips of advice that any student would like to know. The book offers practical timeless tips, including money management, your major and school, friends and socializing, and starting your career.